Rep. Jerry Turner

Maddy summaryHB 1228 appropriates $743,407 from the state general fund to Prentiss County's Board of Supervisors. This funding directly assists Prentiss County in covering costs for repairs and upgrades to its county courthouse during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The bill is a straightforward funding allocation with no new policy provisions or requirements. It affects only Prentiss County's courthouse maintenance budget.

Maddy summaryHB 868 exempts insurance premiums paid by governmental entities from Mississippi's 3% annual privilege tax on insurance carriers. The bill amends Sections 27-15-103 (for foreign carriers) and 27-15-109 (for domestic carriers) to exclude premiums for coverage provided to state agencies, departments, institutions, or political subdivisions. This means insurance companies serving government entities - like state agencies, counties, or school districts - will not pay the standard tax on those specific policies. The exemption applies to all premiums collected for government coverage under existing insurance contracts. The bill does not change insurance coverage terms or affect premiums paid by individuals or private businesses.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) passed by the Mississippi House of Representatives to honor the late former State Representative Edwin Jerome "Jerry" Wilburn following his death on January 13, 2026. The resolution commemorates his 20-year service in the legislature, his advocacy for community initiatives like the North Mississippi Regional Center, and his dedication to helping vulnerable residents through the Wilburn Family Foundation. It expresses the House's deepest sympathy to his family and community while recognizing his legacy as a "fierce advocate" and "community treasure" from Itawamba County. The resolution has no legislative effect beyond this commemoration.

Maddy summaryHB 1448 requires Mississippi insurance companies to share claim information with the Department of Human Services (DHS) to help collect unpaid child support. Insurers must check if a claimant (the person receiving insurance payments) owes child support for claims over $500 involving negligence, personal injury, or life insurance. If child support is owed, insurers must withhold the arrears amount from the payment, send it directly to the child support agency within 10 days, and notify the claimant and their attorney. Insurers must comply fully by July 1, 2027, with penalties for non-compliance.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to Mississippi's voting eligibility rules, explicitly requiring that only U.S. citizens may vote in state or local elections and referendums. It would amend Section 241 of the Mississippi Constitution to state that non-citizens, including permanent residents, are ineligible to vote, while maintaining existing requirements like residency, registration, and criminal record checks. The amendment must be approved by voters in the 2026 election. (Note: Mississippi currently prohibits non-citizens from voting, but this would make citizenship a constitutional requirement.)

Maddy summaryHB 283 would amend Mississippi law to eliminate adverse possession as a method for gaining legal ownership of land. It prohibits any person from acquiring title to property simply by occupying it for a certain period, regardless of how long they've occupied the land. This directly affects landowners (by preventing claims against their property) and individuals who might have sought ownership through long-term occupation. The bill would change Section 15-1-13 of Mississippi's code to state that adverse possession claims "shall never vest any form of title." The bill died in committee in February 2026 and is not currently law.

Maddy summaryHB 566 prohibits Mississippi counties and municipalities from using camera systems or automated devices to enforce auto insurance requirements on public roads. It bans local governments from adopting ordinances that authorize such equipment for checking insurance compliance, traffic signals, or speed limits. Existing systems used specifically for insurance enforcement must be removed by October 1, 2026. The bill directly affects local law enforcement and traffic enforcement practices, preventing automated penalties for uninsured vehicles.

Maddy summaryHB 1060, the "Strengthen Mississippi Homes Act," creates a state program to help homeowners and commercial property owners retrofit properties against windstorm damage from hurricanes and tornadoes. It increases the maximum grant amount for retrofitting from $10,000 to $15,000 per home, removes outdated requirements like cost-benefit studies, and establishes a dedicated "Strengthen Mississippi Homes Program Fund" funded by half of a $50 insurance processing fee. The bill requires insurance companies to notify clients about the program and mandates annual reports to state officials on grants awarded and mitigation outcomes. It directly affects residential and commercial property owners seeking storm-resistant upgrades through state-funded grants.

Maddy summaryHB 1021 authorizes Mississippi's Commissioner of Insurance to apply for a State Innovation Waiver under Section 1332 of the federal Affordable Care Act. This amendment to state law (adding subsection (f) to Section 83-9-253) gives the Commissioner explicit authority to seek waivers that would allow Mississippi to modify certain ACA requirements for its health insurance marketplace. The bill directly affects the Commissioner's office, enabling it to pursue federal waivers without needing additional legislative approval for that specific action. It does not change existing insurance rules or coverage but creates a pathway for potential state-level adjustments to healthcare policy.

Maddy summaryHB 1485 increases the authorized number of assistant district attorneys for the First Judicial District to 12. The bill also allows for additional assistant district attorneys in other districts if funding is secured, but the primary change specifically targets the First Judicial District. The bill was introduced in 2026, referred to committee, and died in committee on February 3, 2026.